Passport renewal in Guinea-Bissau
Renewing a Guinea-Bissau passport involves submitting an application to the national migration services. Applicants must present their current identification and biometric data to receive a new travel document.
It is generally recommended to initiate the renewal process at least three to six months before a passport expires, as processing times can fluctuate depending on current volume and the availability of biometric appointment slots.
Start 90 days ahead
A three-month window accounts for administrative processing and potential delays in document production.
The process
- 1Gather all required identification documents, including your current or expired passport.
- 2Visit the designated migration office or local police station responsible for passport issuance to obtain the official application form.
- 3Submit the completed application along with the required identification materials.
- 4Complete the biometric registration process, which typically includes fingerprinting and a digital photograph taken on-site.
- 5Pay the applicable processing fee as determined by the immigration authorities.
- 6Retain the receipt provided at the time of submission to track the status of the application and to collect the new document once it is ready.
What to bring
- Current or expired passport
- National identification card (Bilhete de Identidade)
- Proof of payment of the passport fee
- Recent passport-sized photographs (as specified by the local office)
Who handles it
Serviço de Migração e Fronteiras (Migration and Borders Service)
Passport fees are set by the Guinea-Bissau government and are subject to change; please confirm the current rate directly with the Migration and Borders Service or your nearest diplomatic mission.
What commonly goes wrong
- Ensure all personal information provided matches your original birth certificate and national ID exactly to avoid processing delays.
- Check if your local jurisdiction requires a formal appointment to be booked before visiting the migration office.
- Verify whether additional documentation, such as a certificate of residence, is required for your specific application type.
Sources
This guide is based on one official source.
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